2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fusion | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |